Arms, John Taylor (American, 1887-1953). CHARTRES, THE MAGNIFICENT. Fletcher 411. Etching, 1948. French Church Seies #49. One of four proofs in the Third State, before the edition of 270, printed by David Strang. Signed and dated by Arms in pencil, lower right, and inscribed "III" in pencil, lower left. 3 1/2 x 4 1/4 inches, 89 x 109 mm., (plate), framed to 11 x 11 1/4 inches. Fletcher lists this as one of Amrs' "Preferred Plates." In excellent condition.
